Susan Clark, LMFT

Susan Clark is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist who brings nine years of clinical experience to her work. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and concentration or memory concerns. Susan often works with young children, adolescents, and young adults navigating trauma, victimization, sex trafficking recovery, or common childhood behavior challenges.

Susan aims to make therapy feel safe and comfortable, and she sometimes uses playful, age-appropriate methods when working with young clients. She explains things plainly and meets people where they are so sessions are easier to follow. Her practice puts real goals and small steps at the center of the work.

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen for each person’s needs. This means she pulls from approaches with research support and adapts them for age and situation. The focus is on building coping skills, improving concentration, and supporting healing after trauma.

Susan values early intervention and believes that working with children and teens can change long-term patterns. She supports caregivers too by offering practical strategies to manage behavior and stress at home. Her style is calm, direct, and hopeful.

People who start therapy with Susan complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to her availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How evidence-based approaches work in online therapy

Many of Susan's methods come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and healing after trauma. One common approach emphasizes skill-building for emotion regulation and anxiety management, teaching breathing, grounding, and problem-solving tools that can be practiced between sessions. Another approach focuses on processing traumatic experiences in ways that reduce distress and improve daily functioning, using developmentally appropriate activities when working with younger clients.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Susan works with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals, age, and preferences. She checks in regularly and adapts techniques over time so the work matches what the client actually needs.

If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking. The practical benefits of online appointments include easier scheduling around school or work, fewer travel needs, and the ability to keep therapy consistent during busy weeks. Online sessions can also allow shorter check-ins when that better fits a day. Ask about specific formats and timing when you complete the matching questionnaire so appointments can be arranged to fit everyday life.